LeRoy Svendsen was commissioned in 1949 through the Air Force Aviation Cadet Program. He retired in 1980 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
LeRoy
W.
Svendsen
, Jr.
1928
–
Born:
Chicago
,
Illinois
Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel LeRoy W. Svendsen, Jr., United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 1st Air Commando Wing during 124 Strike Missions over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General LeRoy W. Svendsen, Jr., United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Svendsen and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General LeRoy W. Svendsen, Jr., United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Svendsen and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.